Home Invasion
Police are looking for a 2003 red Dodge Ram 1500 with black rims and chrome trim in connection with a home invasion in the Huntington area, according to unconfirmed radio reports. 2025-08-15 #Shelton CT
Neck Slashed in Kennedy Drive Assault
Bridgeport Police responded around 9:38 PM Saturday to reports of disorderly individuals fighting. While en route, officers received word that a victim was bleeding. On arrival, they found a person with a severe neck laceration and heavy bleeding. No arrests have been made at this time. 2025-08-09@9:38pm - #Bridgeport CT
Press Release – Children’s Programs at the Trumbull Library
Family Movie Night – CarsSaturday, August 9 | 5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m.Enjoy a family screening of Cars (PG). Bring something comfy to sit on. Registration suggested. Toddler Time (Walkers – Age 3)Monday, August 11 | 10 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.Music, movement, singing, dancing, and reading together. Drop-in program, no registration required. Preschool Time (Ages 3–5)Monday, August 11 | 2 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.Join Miss Kristine for circle time, stories, and a simple craft. No registration required. Toddler Time (Walkers – Age 3)Tuesday, August 12 | 10 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.Music, movement, singing, dancing, and reading together. Drop-in program, no registration required. New Baby Meet-UpTuesday, August 12 | 12 p.m. – 1 p.m.A casual meet-up for parents and infants. Connect,…
Press Release – Adult Programs at the Trumbull Library
Financial Tools With Your Library CardSaturday, August 9 | 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.Your library card is a powerful tool for managing your money or building your business. Explore free online resources available through the Trumbull Library that can help you research stocks, mutual funds, and companies, as well as find books and articles on starting or growing a small business. Our tools can help you make informed decisions—without paying for expensive subscriptions. Registration below. Earwax Sessions: Vinyl & CoffeeSunday, August 10 | 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.Earwax Sessions is a monthly listening club where we gather and share our favorite music with each other. You can bring a song and say something about it, or just relax and listen.…
Brush Fire Shuts Down Lanes on I-95 in Westport
Westport firefighters were dispatched at 12:21 PM Friday to a report of a brush fire on I-95 southbound between Exits 19 and 18. The initial assignment included Engine 5, Engine 2, and Car 3. Upon arrival, Engine 5 found an active brush fire alongside the highway. Car 3 reported that the fire was rapidly spreading due to terrain and wind conditions, prompting a request for additional resources. Engine 4 was called to access the fire from Sasco Creek Road, while Fairfield Fire Department responded with one engine and Rescue 1 to I-95, as well as an engine and Car 3 to assist Engine 4 on Sasco Creek Road. On the highway side, Engine 2 and Engine 5 deployed two handlines,…
Search Intensifies for Missing Child in Stratford Waters
First responders from surrounding areas are searching for a missing 5- to 6-year-old child in the waters off Birdseye Boat Ramp. The child was reported in the water since 1:30 PM, according to unconfirmed radio reports. Dive teams, drones, and an incoming Coast Guard helicopter are part of the ongoing search.
Road Rage Ends In Shots Fired
https://youtube.com/shorts/oxtoDkWfeEo Report of a person shot at on Madison Ave around Ruth Street in Bridgeport. This reportedly stemmed from a road rage incident, and the perpetrator fled the scene. The victim was treated for wounds caused by the shattered glass
Westport Appoints Alberto Vargas Jr. as Director of Information Technology
Westport, CT — First Selectwoman Jennifer Tooker announced today the appointment of Alberto Vargas Jr. as the Town of Westport’s Director of Information Technology, effective August 4, 2025. Mr. Vargas has more than 20 years of experience leading digital transformation, modernizing enterprise systems, and strengthening cybersecurity in both public and private sectors. Most recently, he served as Director of IT and Business Relationship Manager for ATG Entertainment, where he oversaw enterprise-wide technology strategy, multi-site cloud migrations, cybersecurity enhancements, and digital service modernization across 19 venues in North America. Previously, Mr. Vargas spent over 8 years with the New York City Department of Finance, where he played a key role in the development and successful creation of NYC’s first citywide mobile…
2021 Cold Case Arrest
https://youtu.be/v8UF5_uv5Kg The Bridgeport Police Department announced today the arrest of 38 year-old Victor “Chapo” Colon, DOB: 07/22/87, of Bridgeport, for the murder of Joselito Calderon inside of the Copa Bar and Restaurant at 181 Lexington Ave. on July 11th, 2021. Colon was one of several armed suspects who entered the Copa shortly before 1:00 a.m. in a failed robbery attempt. Mr. Calderon was the security guard at the bar/restaurant. He was shot and killed while stopping the robbery. Victor Colon is a convicted felon. He was charged with Felon Murder, Accessory to Murder, Criminal Possession of a Firearm and Criminal Attempt Robbery in the First Degree. His bond is $2,000,000.00. Colon was incarcerated at Robinson Correctional in Enfield at the…
Hazmat Teams Investigate Discharge in Ansonia Reservoir
First responders are investigating a discharge into the Ansonia Reservoir behind Ansonia High School. Hazmat teams are inspecting storm drains and working to contain an unknown substance that has been detected in the waterway. 2025-07-26 @ 12:22pm-- #Ansonia CT